No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 168



"Okay," I nodded at Jacqueline, "Jacqueline, we're heading out now."

Jacqueline seemed to notice my unease as well. She glanced upstairs, probably curious about what I had discussed with Mr. Wagner, but she didn't hold us back. "Take care on your way," she said.

As Ernest and I left and got into the car, I was about to start the engine when he stopped me. "What's wrong?"

"It's nothing, just brought up my parents," I didn't hide anything from Ernest.

"Did you ask about their accident?" Ernest guessed immediately.

I couldn't help but let out a sarcastic laugh. "Influenced by you, I wanted some clarity."

"And?" he pressed on.

Thinking back to Herschel's words, I started the car and hit the gas, giving Ernest his answer. "Just an accident."

As we drove away from the Wagner residence, I added, "There was an official investigation at the scene."

headed back. By now, the city was alive with lights

I broke the silence while we waited for a red

"No," Ernest replied honestly.

long

"Okay," he didn't refuse.

we walked towards the lively food stalls. I pointed authoritatively, "Tonight,

felt a bump, sending me staggering to

in front of me, my hand clutching his

was a scene straight out of a drama, perfectly executed by us. And with Ernest's face so close to mine, our noses touching and lips

bustle of the street, this little screw-up obviously

gasping and

chimed in

Amidst the growing crowd's

my face turned

go to

but couldn't.

realized Ernest was holding me by

didn't let go; instead, he

in my

feeling shy,